StarTech.com 4-Port USB-C Hub - 5Gbps - Bus Powered - USB C to 4x USB-A Hub with Optional Auxiliary Power Input

This USB Hub enhances your USB-C enabled desktop or laptop computer by adding four USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) ports. The hub connects to your computer via the built-in 1ft. (30cm) host cable, providing easy access to a wide range of modern and legacy USB peripherals such as thumb drives, external HDDs/SSDs, HD cameras, mice, keyboards, webcams, and audio headsets, with backward compatibility for USB 2.0 (480Mbps) devices.

While the hub can operate on bus power alone, it also offers a Micro USB power input option for additional power up to 4.5W (5V/0.9A) when connected to a USB power adapter (not included), making it suitable for high-power USB devices like external SSDs while concurrently supporting lower-powered devices on the other ports. Overcurrent Protection (OCP) ensures that connected USB devices are safeguarded by preventing them from drawing excessive power.

Regardless of your operating system (including Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, iPadOS, and Android), this OS independent device will automatically detect, configure, and install upon connection to your host computer, be it Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, or USB4, such as Apple MacBook (Intel/M1/M2), Lenovo X1 Carbon, or Dell XPS. The attached 1 ft. (30 cm) USB-C host cable simplifies setup while reducing connector strain on devices like the Surface Pro 7, iPad Pro, HP Elite X2, and laptops on riser stands.

To further enhance performance and security, StarTech.com Connectivity Tools, specifically the USB Event Monitoring Utility, can be downloaded along with the hub. This utility allows you to track and log any connected USB devices seamlessly.

Featuring a compact design with bus-powered connectivity, this 4-port USB hub is perfect for on-the-go use and is compatible with all operating systems, including Thunderbolt 3/4 & USB4 host devices like MacBook (Intel/M1/M2), Lenovo X1 Carbon, Dell XPS, Microsoft Surface, and more. Expand your connectivity options with this versatile hub, ideal for connecting peripherals like keyboards, mice, USB SSDs, and thumb drives, making it a valuable addition to desktops or laptops with limited USB ports.

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